The Bauchi State Government has called on residents to conduct themselves peacefully during President Bola Tinubu’s condolence visit to the state over the death of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi.
The State government appeal was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Media Aide to Governor Bala Mohammed, Mukhtar Gidado, who disclosed that the President would arrive in Bauchi on Saturday.
In the statement, the state government urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding and to co-operate fully with security agencies deployed across the state to ensure a smooth and hitch-free visit.
The government also announced that some major roads leading to the Sheikh’s mosque and other key locations would be temporarily closed or diverted between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for security and traffic management purposes.
Bauchi state government urged residents to plan their movements accordingly, obey traffic regulations and avoid restricted areas during the period of the President’s visit.
It equally regretted any inconvenience the measures may cause, while thanking residents for their understanding and cooperation.
The statement also reaffirmed the commitment of the Bauchi State Government to maintaining peace and order while honouring the legacy of the late Islamic scholar.
Tinubu’s Visit: Bauchi Govt Urges Residents to be Law-abiding
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